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We’re a Friend of Scottland!

We are proud to be a Friend of Scotland sponsor of the 42^nd Annual Smoky Mountain Scottish Festival and Games!

Looking for the perfect place to stay for the games? Be sure to check out options from Smoky Mountain Scottish Festival & Games Friend of Scotland sponsor Big Meadow Family Campground.

Go have fun at the event all day but when it is rest time escape to Big Meadow Family Campground, your gateway to Smoky Mountain adventures. Nestled amidst serene landscapes, our campground offers convenient access to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park wonders and nearby attractions. Our spacious pull-through sites, equipped with concrete pads, and full hookups, accommodate even the largest RVs. Enjoy the tranquility of our gated community, featuring coded bathhouses and laundry facilities, and a refreshing splash pad. For furry companions, we have a spacious fenced dog park for them to let than energy escape! Unwind in our gazebo with the fire pit or gather around your site under a starlit sky—Big Meadow Family Campground is your perfect Smoky Mountain Scottish Festival & Games retreat.

Scotland in the Smokies is Calling You! Have fun at the event and then come stay with us!

MAY 18 – 19, 2024
TOWNSEND VISITOR’S CENTER

Scotland in the Smokies is calling you!!! Celebrating its 42nd year, the Smoky Mountain Scottish Festival and Games is Tennessee’s oldest festival of Scottish, Irish, and Celtic culture. Presenting folk, roots, rock & pop music, highland athletics, pipes & drums, highland and Irish dance. Whisky tastings, vendors, and a great selection of beer and food from the Scottish, Irish, and British homelands. Enjoy a weekend of family fun in the beautiful foothills of Townsend, Tennessee, just outside the Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion – Our Contribution

Events

We are so excited to be a Sponsor of the 12^th Annual Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion! A Perfect Combination! Fun and Relaxation!

Traveling can be tough, and The Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion should be fun! That’s why we want you to focus on your experience and leave the amenities to us. Whether you’re coming in an RV or a big rig, need easy access to your campsite, or you’re bringing your furry best friend, Big Meadow Family Campground has all the amenities you need to have the Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion trip of your dreams.

Experience a day filled with excitement at the LeConte Center or indulge in the various events it offers. When you’re ready to unwind, escape to Big Meadow Family Campground, serving as your gateway to unforgettable adventures in the Smoky Mountains. Discover our campground nestled amidst serene landscapes, providing easy access to the wonders of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and nearby attractions.

Our campground boasts spacious pull-through sites with concrete pads and full hookups, ensuring even the largest RVs are accommodated. Enjoy the peace and tranquility of our gated community, complete with coded bathhouses, laundry facilities, and a refreshing splash pad. We haven’t forgotten our furry friends either, as we offer a dedicated dog park. Relax in our gazebo with a cozy fire pit or gather with loved ones at your site beneath a starry sky. Big Meadow Family Campground is your ultimate retreat for the Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion.

The 12th annual Great Smoky Mountain Jeep® Club Invasion will be held on August 22nd, 23rd & 24th, 2024 from 9 am – 5 pm daily.

The event will again be held at the LeConte Center 2986 Teaster Lane Pigeon Forge, Tn 37863 with daily show hours from 9 am-5 pm.

Daily admission includes admittance into the inside vendor area, the outside vendor areas, and the Show & Shine event for $20 per adult, $10 for children 6-12, and children 5 and under are free, they do not offer presales on admission tickets, so do not fall into any online scams.

Admission can be purchased each day at the admission booths located both inside the LeConte Center and in the outside Vendor area.

The Towsend/Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg area draws in over 12 million visitors per year, making it a perfect location to spend time with family and friends at the 12th annual Great Smoky Mountain Jeep® Invasion. Surrounded by the Great Smoky Mountains, the area has over 800 miles of breathtaking trails, many historic sites, a multitude of wildlife, and just a stone’s throw away from hundreds of stores. The area also offers over 100 restaurants including southern favorites, international cuisine, and several dinner theaters.

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A perfect Combination!!!!!

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Do you want a restful location with amazing star-gazing opportunities?

Park Information

One of the most scenic campgrounds near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is Big Meadow Family Campground. It is one of the largest campgrounds near the park and is located in a beautiful meadow setting surrounded by picturesque mountains and forests.

Escape to Big Meadow Family Campground, your gateway to Smoky Mountain adventures. Nestled amidst serene landscapes, our campground offers convenient access to the park’s wonders and nearby attractions. Our spacious pull-thru sites, equipped with concrete pads, patios, and full hookups, accommodate even the largest RVs. Enjoy the tranquility of our gated community, featuring coded bathhouses, laundry facilities, and a refreshing splash pad. River enthusiasts will enjoy the fact we are located next to River Rats’ largest facility. You can enjoy a fun-filled day of river tubing. For furry companions, we provide a dedicated dog park. Unwind in our pavilion or gather around a crackling campfire under the starlit sky. Stargazing during peaceful, quiet evenings brings a sense of mesmerizing childlike wonder. Lay out a blanket or bring your lounger to gaze at the stars under glittering Tennessee skies. Amateur astronomers and seasoned stargazers can learn the names of galaxies and constellations. This beautiful scenic destination will have you reaching for the stars.

We offer 75 full-hookup campsites, ranging from riverfrontage sites to premier sites. Most of our sites are pull-through sites. However, a limited number of back-in sites are available.

The Little River runs in front of the campground, offering our campers the best swimming hole in the Smokies, with excellent trout fishing along the banks of the river. Plus, the Cades Cove entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is less than two miles away from our campground in Tennessee. Spend the day exploring the Smoky Mountains before enjoying the short trip back to our campground for a fun or relaxing evening. Big Meadow Family Campground – your perfect Smoky Mountain retreat.

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